Archive for December, 2006
Thursday, December 28th, 2006
Procharged F1 Engine mock-up phase one
Engine mock-up phase oneOriginally uploaded by hikingdrew.
I will post more on the build up of the engine that is going into my Hot Rod Pickup. It started life as a GMPP 350, but will now be boasting an F1 Intercooled Procharger. It will be feeding a Demon Blow Through 750 carb with one [...]
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Thursday, December 28th, 2006
Project Good Beginnings
Project Good Beginnings
Originally uploaded by hikingdrew.
Just a little diversion from hiking, is my love for Hot Rods. Currently I am building this truck into a Procharged and Intercooled Super Sport. More to come!
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Thursday, December 28th, 2006
Panhandle Gap
Panhandle Gap
Originally uploaded by hikingdrew.
Wish summer were here? Well me too. I took this photo in August 2004 while circumnavigating Mt. Rainier. The view, flowers, and weather were nearly perfect. I can’t wait to get back again in 2007.
No Comments » - Posted in Backpacking, Mt. Rainier, Photography, Wonderland Trail by drew
Wednesday, December 27th, 2006
Mirror Lake
Mirror Lake
Originally uploaded by hikingdrew.
I took this picture in Aug of 2006 while spending the weekend with friends. This spot is just off the Wonderland Trail near Indian Henry’s patrol cabin.
No Comments » - Posted in Backpacking, Mt. Rainier, Photography, Wonderland Trail by drew
Wednesday, December 27th, 2006
Reflections of Rainier
Reflections of Rainier
Originally uploaded by hikingdrew.
Mt. Rainier is host to so many wonderful views, that even after several years hiking and backpacking all over it I still am amazed at her beauty. With all the storm damage the park suffered in November of 2006, it may not be the same mountain I left just [...]
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Thursday, December 21st, 2006
Flickr Photos from Drew
HikingDrews Flickr Photos
Here is a sample, go take a look!
1 Comment » - Posted in Backpacking, General Backpacking Info, Long Trails, Mt. Rainier, Wonderland Trail by drew
Monday, December 18th, 2006
Mt. Rainier Flood Damage Update
Mount Rainier National Park
November 2006 Flooding
Heavy rains caused flooding that damaged park roads and facilities.State Routes 410 & 123 and the Paul Peak/Mowich Lake areas are closed at the park boundaries by winter conditions but remain open to normal, non-motorized winter activities such as hiking, snow shoeing and cross-country skiing.Walk-in access is available to Carbon [...]
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Thursday, December 7th, 2006
Box Canyon to Panhandle Gap on the Wonderland Trail at Mr. Rainier
Directions:
From Portland, take I-5 north for about 70 miles. Take exit 68 from I-5 to Hwy 12. Drive about 59 miles from I-5 to Packwood. Drive about 13 more miles to the junction with Hwy 123. Turn left onto Hwy 123 and travel about 5 1/2 miles. Turn left onto Stevens Canyon Road and go [...]
No Comments » - Posted in General Trail Info, Long Trails, Mt. Rainier, Trail Reviews, Trip Reports, Wonderland Trail by drew
Thursday, December 7th, 2006
Circumnavigation of Mount. St. Helens
Loowit Trail Mt. St. Helens
Elevation: Trail maintains an elevation of about 3400 to 4800 feet
Days: Visitor Center open. Cold Water open year-round. Trail access is dependent on snow.
Difficulty: moderate to difficult
Distance: 27 miles
Contact: Mount Saint Helens National Volcanic Monument, 360-274-2100; Climbing Hotline, 360-247-3961
Maps: Green Trails Map #364SThe Loowit Trail [...]
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Monday, December 4th, 2006
The John Muir Trail
Overview
The John Muir Trail passes through what many backpackers say is the finest mountain scenery in the United States. This is a land of 13,000-foot and 14,000-foot peaks, of lakes in the thousands, and of canyons and granite cliffs. It’s also a land blessed with the mildest, sunniest climate of any major mountain range in [...]
